Light in the Piazza is one of my favorites. Yvette Mimieux does an excellent performance of portraying an innocent young girl, who had been left brain damaged from a horse riding accident as a child. Yet, she is still a young woman. Olivia DeHaviland is her protective mother, who wants her to be normal, yet also protect her from being taken advantage of by men. Enter George Hamilton playing Fabrizio. How I love how Clara (Yvette Mimieux) says his name! George is quite believable as an Italian speaking English. He was coached by Rosanno Brazzi who portrays his father and love interest? to Olivia DeHaviland. Upon learning of Clara's accident and her simple mindedness, he comments that his son isn't so bright either.
The scenery is absolutely beautiful! The costumes spectacular. The storyline is as good as any fairy tale, with a happy ending. I could go on, but why add more spoilers. Enjoy the movie and get engrossed by the scenery. Enjoy Clara and Fabrizio's romance and love story. Just remember, this takes place in Italy, and some customs are different than Americans, not to mention the time this took place in. This movie is a cultural experience, as well as a feel good love story.
The scenery is absolutely beautiful! The costumes spectacular. The storyline is as good as any fairy tale, with a happy ending. I could go on, but why add more spoilers. Enjoy the movie and get engrossed by the scenery. Enjoy Clara and Fabrizio's romance and love story. Just remember, this takes place in Italy, and some customs are different than Americans, not to mention the time this took place in. This movie is a cultural experience, as well as a feel good love story.